Indian Minister's Hand-Knotted Persian Carpet from Japan
9x12 foot hand-knotted silk Persian carpet for the Minister's family living room. Duty-free entry under HTS 9806.00.40 for personal diplomatic residence use per State Department certification. Heirloom quality floor covering.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Professional rug rolling for transport; State Dept floor plan verification
• Mothproofing treatment documentation
• Residential installation exclusively